Dried Black Turtle Beans from Mexico
Shelled and dried black turtle beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are small, black-skinned beans commonly used in Latin American cuisine for soups and stews. They fall under HTS 0713.39.41 as dried leguminous vegetables of the Phaseolus species, entered for consumption outside the quota period. These beans are not skinned or split, preserving their whole form for cooking.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify entry timing against USDA quota periods to avoid misclassification into lower-duty codes
• Provide phytosanitary certificates confirming freedom from pests like bruchid beetles
• Label packages with country of origin and lot numbers to facilitate traceability